True. But lets also look at the other side of the coin ... Did the play of the opposition, in exerting pressure, force River's to make bad, snap decisions that led to the INTs, that led to the 9 points?
I agree with the above assertion that the Colts are a good team (especially defense), but may be entering a QB purgatory. I liken it almost to the situation the Jaguars were in with Bortles (though he was a rookie, and Rivers a vet). Strong teams, but a weak link at the most vital position - QB.
"In my day you had musicians who experimented with drugs. Now it's druggies experimenting with music" - Alfred G Clark (circa 1972)
Kingspoint (10-13-2020)
When I see the 2016 Reds, I see a 100 loss team and no direction.
I strongly believe that Rivers is not a weak link on the Colts' roster, but a positive one.
"One problem with people who have no vices is that they're pretty sure to have some annoying virtues."
He has 4 tds and 5 picks, he hasn’t thrown a touch down to a receiver all season and he has played poorly in 3 of 5 games. I’m not sure what you’re definition of positive is but I don’t think those stats are a positive. Has he been a slight upgrade over Brissett? My answer is maybe.
When I see the 2016 Reds, I see a 100 loss team and no direction.
Since you are quoting stats and we are speaking about going forward, not what has already happened, then five weeks from now, I'll quote the stats from the next five games, Weeks 6-11.
I'm 100% certain that they won't resemble the stats you just mentioned, but instead will resemble that of a positive asset to the team.
"One problem with people who have no vices is that they're pretty sure to have some annoying virtues."
dubc47834 (10-14-2020)
Bud Selig: "I'm the worst commissioner ever"
Rob Manfred: "Hold my beer"
https://redsintelligence.com/smforum/index.php
The Athletic has an an article about Rivers (paywall) from Michael Lombardi ( I specify that because I don't think he's the best source).
https://theathletic.com/2135125/2020...rce=dailyemail
But the title says it all
"Philip Rivers’ rapid decline is clear, and the game is moving too fast for him"
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Bud Selig: "I'm the worst commissioner ever"
Rob Manfred: "Hold my beer"
https://redsintelligence.com/smforum/index.php
Assembly Hall (10-14-2020)
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